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At risk of extinction, black-footed ferrets get experimental COVID vaccine

In late summer, as researchers accelerated the first clinical trials of COVID-19 vaccines for humans, a group of scientists in Colorado worked to inoculate a far more fragile species.

23 Dec 2020

Nanoplastics affect composition and diversity of human intestinal microbiome

We live in a world invaded by plastic. Its role as a chemically stable, versatile and multi-purpose fostered its massive use, which has finally translated into our current situation of planetary pollution.

22 Dec 2020

Fish oil supplements not associated with increases in bad cholesterol

The Fatty Acid Research Institute has published a new research paper in conjunction with The Cooper Institute on the omega-3s EPA and DHA in fish oil and low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C).

17 Dec 2020

Population mobility patterns could help address malaria in the Amazon, say scientists

Understanding population mobility patterns could hold the key to tackling malaria in the Amazon, say scientists. Malaria has traditionally been seen as a rural scourge, but increasingly it is being documented in or near urban areas, experts warn, as a new study shows that human mobility plays an important role in the "urbanization" of the disease.

17 Dec 2020

SARS-CoV-2 RNA can be reverse-transcribed to be part of chimeric viral-human genome

A new study reveals that the genome of SARS-CoV-2 is inserted into the human genome, accounting for the detection of viral RNAs.

16 Dec 2020

Study explores new parasitic worm that affects reproduction in Caribbean spiny lobster

A Clemson University researcher is studying how a new parasitic worm he discovered and named after comedian and late-night talk show host Conan O'Brien affects reproduction in the Caribbean spiny lobster.

15 Dec 2020

MIPT researchers use zebrafish to study chronic stress

A team of researchers led by MIPT's Allan Kalueff has studied chronic stress in zebrafish and determined that the animal can serve as a valuable model species for research into the associated brain diseases, complementing research currently done on rodents.

14 Dec 2020

Research reveals the transmission of parasitism among farmed and wild fish

Researchers of the SAIGAS (Service for the Analysis, Research and Management of Wild Animals) Group of the Faculty of Veterinarian Sciences of the CEU Cardenal Herrera (CEU UCH) University of Valencia recently published the results of project "Parapez-2" in order to "Assess the transmission of parasitism among farmed and wild fish" in fish farms of the Canary Islands and the Valencia region.

11 Dec 2020

Sunscreen should be worn by all to protect against skin cancer and premature aging

A team of Canadian dermatologists have reviewed the latest evidence surrounding sunscreen use to conclude key points regarding its use and efficacy.

11 Dec 2020

Melatonin and its metabolites promote the formation of long-term memories

Researchers at Tokyo Medical and Dental University in Japan show that melatonin and its metabolites promote the formation of long-term memories in mice and protect against cognitive decline.

10 Dec 2020

Study connects specific foods to later-in-life cognitive acuity

The foods we eat may have a direct impact on our cognitive acuity in our later years. This is the key finding of an Iowa State University research study spotlighted in an article published in the November 2020 issue of the Journal of Alzheimer's Disease.

10 Dec 2020

As more red states legalize marijuana, some officials try to nip it in the bud

With his state reeling amid one of the worst COVID-19 outbreaks in the nation, the last thing South Dakota Speaker of the House Steven Haugaard wants to be dealing with during the upcoming legislative session is marijuana. But the state's voters haven't left the Republican much choice.

9 Dec 2020

Study reveals rare spawning behavior of shallow-water fish

A new study provides the first detailed documentation of a shallow-water fish diving 450 feet deep to spawn. Uncovering this very rare spawning behavior in bonefish (Albula vulpes) is unprecedented.

8 Dec 2020

Study compares effects of two omega-3s in older adults with obesity and chronic inflammation

The omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA work differently against chronic inflammation, according to the results of a small randomized study, suggesting each has its own important role to play in regulating the immune system.

8 Dec 2020

Study shows advantages of Mediterranean diet for patients with heart disease

A clinical study with 1002 patients with heart disease shows the advantages of a Mediterranean diet compared to a low-fat diet.

4 Dec 2020

People with vitamin D deficiency at higher risk of severe COVID-19, says study

A new study has revealed that vitamin D deficient patients are more likely to experience severe COVID-19.

4 Dec 2020

Study details the impacts of ocean pollution on human health

Ocean pollution is widespread and getting worse, and when toxins in the oceans make landfall they imperil the health and well-being of more than 3 billion people, according to a new report by an international coalition of scientists led by Boston College's Global Observatory on Pollution on Health and the Centre Scientifique de Monaco, supported by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation.

3 Dec 2020